mycazexperience
THE CAZENOVIA COMMITMENT PROVIDES STUDENTS WITH A QUALITY EDUCATION AT A COST THEIR FAMILIES CAN AFFORD. You’ll Receive a Scholarship Ranging from $22,000 - $31,000
You’ll Receive Personalized, Student-Centered Learning
Our commitment starts with affordability. Accepted first-year students now receive merit scholarships from $22,000 - $31,000. Our scholarships are available to all accepted students, regardless of family income or state of residence.
Our average class size is 13 students and all classes are taught by engaged faculty, not teaching assistants. Our 10:1 studentto-faculty ratio allows our students more opportunity to interact with faculty and participate in learning activities.
There Are No Strings Attached
Complete a Sought-After Internship
Ranked A Best Value in the North Region
There is no risk that your scholarship will be converted to a loan, and there are no post-graduation residency restrictions we encourage our students to become citizens of the world.
96% of our students complete at least one internship. Through these internships, students build the workplace skills that employers seek in job applicants.
U.S. News and World Report, a leading college ranking source, named Cazenovia a top Best Value College in the North region.
Study Abroad for a Life-Changing Experience As a Cazenovia student, you will have the opportunity to study abroad for a full semester or during semester breaks.
Named one of
America’s Best Colleges 18 consecutive years and the #2 Best Value college in the North by U.S. News and World Report
Graduate Career-Ready All students receive career counseling and mentoring from faculty and alumni, including an individualized four-year career plan. Our career counseling leads to career readiness, which is the true value of a college education.
ABOUT CAZENOVIA COLLEGE At Cazenovia you will find the best of everything a college has to offer at an affordable cost. Our vast learning opportunities, hands-on internship placements, and dedicated faculty and staff provide for an individualized educational experience that prepares students for successful careers.
CAZ PROFILE • Founded in 1824 • Enrollment: 800 students • Residence life: more than 93% of our students live on campus • Minority student population: 23% 1. Outstanding academic reputation
TOP
5 REASONS
STUDENTS CHOOSE CAZENOVIA COLLEGE
• Average class size: 13 students
2. Academic programs that lead to successful careers
• Student-faculty ratio: 10 to 1
3. Personal attention
• Students receiving financial aid: 99%
4. Financial aid awards or scholarships
• Athletics: NCAA Division III
5. Beautiful campus that feels like home
REAL LIFE LEARNING. 95%
of students complete at least one internship. Students benefit from internships such as:
Carnegie Foundation for Peace Eric Mower & Associates Glamour Magazine Harper Collins Publishing Company Jacksonville Jaguars Liz Claiborne National Bureau of Crime Statistics National Geographic New York State Police QVC San Diego Chargers U.S. Dressage Federation U.S. Secret Service
Check out what students have to say about their experience at: experience.cazenovia.edu
mycazexperience “My internship with InterFaith Works allowed me to assist refugees and immigrants in the Syracuse area.” - Anneliese Aliasso InterFaith Works Intern
86% 80%
Real Life Success. of recent graduates were evaluated by their on-site internship supervisor to have been well or very well prepared.
93% of recent graduates were employed or enrolled in graduate school within 5 months of graduation.
98% of recent graduates said faculty of graduates say participation in athletics, clubs and leadership programs improved their leadership skills.
The First Year Program introduces students to the essential elements of college coursework and the resources available to ensure their success.
Senior Capstone project enables students to apply their professional and general education studies.
provided opportunities to apply classroom learning to real-life issues.
ART & DESIGN
What our graduates are saying …
mycazexperience “My time at Caz was one positive step after another ... as I journeyed toward my future in fashion.” Darwin Gordon ’14 Print and Color Stylist Assistant, Victoria’s Secret
Arts Management Fashion Design Interior Design Photography Studio Art Visual Communications Animation Graphic Design Illustration Interactive Design For detailed program descriptions and a listing of associated minors, visit:
www.cazenovia.edu/academic-programs
Cazenovia College is accredited by the prestigious National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
4+1 Masters
Earn an M.S. in Arts Administration via an accelerated path agreement with Le Moyne College.
PASSION FOR DESIGN
The Division of Art & Design offers Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree programs that provide students with the broad-based knowledge and skills necessary for successful professional careers or that prepare graduates for advanced-level study.
Students in Art & Design: • Engage in studio practice • Experience internships in their field • Work with professionally active faculty • Build their portfolios • Network with art professionals • Visit museums, galleries, showrooms, design agencies and more.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Business Finance * Management Accounting Business Management * Equine Business Management Fashion Merchandising Hospitality Management Sport Management * 3-year track available
4+1
MBA
The opportunity for a one-year MBA with Clarkson University and Le Moyne College is available to students.
BUILDING TOMORROW’S LEADERS
Cazenovia College is one of only 200 institutions in the nation whose Business and Management programs are accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. Our Business and Management degrees combine liberal arts courses with professional development opportunities in marketing, finance, management and law.
Students in Business & Management: • Learn modern management philosophies • Engage in hands-on business projects and internships • Complete undergraduate research projects during their senior year
• Put into practice what is learned in the classroom • Gain valuable career experience before entering the job market
“What our graduates are saying … Cazenovia College provided the tools I needed for success. It was up to me to figure out how to use them.” For detailed program descriptions and a listing of associated minors, visit:
www.cazenovia.edu/academic-programs
- Dustin Gonzalez ’13 Strategic Partnerships Associate, New York Racing Association
HUMANITIES & NATURAL SCIENCES
Biology Communication Studies English English/Communication Studies* Environmental Biology Individual Studies Liberal Studies * Dual Major
Programs in the Division of Humanities and Natural Sciences cover a broad range of disciplines that offer an innovative combination of liberal studies and professional education. Students in these programs develop skills that are transferable to a variety of careers and advancedlevel studies.
CONNECTING THEORY WITH PRACTICE
STUDENTS IN HUMANITIES & NATURAL SCIENCES: • Connect theory with insight and practice • Complete field placements or internships • Experience meaningful hands-on learning opportunities • Match skill sets with available programs and co-curricular offerings
What our graduates are saying …
“Cazenovia provided a great base of knowledge and skills ... After my first year, I knew exactly what I wanted to do and began to concentrate on my path to medical school.” Dr. Rebecca Orendorff ’95, Doctor of Family Medicine
For detailed program descriptions and a listing of associated minors, visit: www.cazenovia.edu/academic-programs
SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
What our graduates are saying …
“Almost all that I learned in my education courses has been utilized in some way since I began working at Melmark, NE.” Deanna Frink ’13 Applied Behavior Analysis Counselor, Melmark New England
MAKING A
DIFFERENCE
Criminal Justice & Homeland Security Studies Criminal Justice/Psychology* Education Inclusive Early Childhood Education Inclusive Elementary Education History History/Social Science* Human Services Substance Use Disorder Counseling/Mental Health Generalist Social Services for Children & Youth International Studies Psychology Social Science * Dual Major
NEW GRADUATE PROGRAM
Students in Social & Behavioral Sciences: • Graduate with a strong liberal arts education
Critical thinking, service to others, communicating effectively, and acting in an ethical manner are guiding principles of programs in the Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences.
• Gain experience in their chosen fields • Are prepared for graduate school • Succeed at careers in social work, law, corrections, teaching and other related fields
M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling: • Affordable tuition • Two-year program • Convenient late afternoon, evening and online classes www.cazenovia.edu/gradprograms
Minors are offered in the areas of pre-law, history, sociology, psychology and more. For detailed information, visit: www.cazenovia.edu/academic-programs
Student success is at the center of everything we do.
CAMPUS LIFE
Cazenovia College fosters an atmosphere conducive to learning and provides students with opportunities to be involved and engaged.
• More than 50 clubs and organizations • Campus Activities Board coordinates various social and recreational activities
• Leadership development programs • Cultural events such as art exhibitions, concerts, drama performances and lectures
What our graduates are saying …
“Caz taught me to stay true to myself and to keep pushing for something greater in life.” Mohammadou Diaman ’09 Teacher, Teaching Firms of America – Professional Preparatory Charter School
To view our study abroad opportunities, visit:
www.cazenovia.edu/study-abroad
Cazenovia College invites students to expand their college experience through opportunities for international study. The College offers study abroad programs in England, Spain and Japan. The programs range in duration from a few weeks to an entire semester. Alternative Breaks Program at Caz places students in locations such as Syracuse, Georgia, Ecuador and the Dominican Republic to engage in service and experiential learning during semester breaks.
STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES Barcelona, Spain Canterbury, England London, England Nagoya, Japan
NCAA Athletics MEN’S TEAMS
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Lacrosse Soccer Swimming & Diving WOMEN’S TEAMS
Basketball Cross Country Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming & Diving Volleyball EQUESTRIAN RIDING TEAMS
IHSA & IDA eSports
For more information:
www.cazenoviawildcats.com Cazenovia College Athletics @caz_wildcats @CazWildcats
WILDCATS PRIDE
mycazexperience “My Caz experience has been life changing and it’s definitely been the best year of my life.” - Tom Nicholls Sport Management
Cazenovia College embraces intercollegiate athletics as an experience that is integral to our
academic mission.
The Cazenovia College Wildcats compete at the NCAA Division III level. Its teams are members of the North Atlantic Conference (NAC), the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA), and the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA). The College also offers club sport opportunities and provides a formal three-season intramural sports program. Some of our popular intramural and fitness offerings include boot camp fitness, dodge ball, flag football, floor hockey, 3-on-3 basketball, volleyball, and Zumba®.
WORLD CLASS EQUINE FACILITIES
Equestrian Team Hunter Seat Western Dressage
Our Equine Education Center is one of the most modern, well-equipped facilities in the nation. It stables more than 70 horses and serves as a laboratory for our Equine Business Management program, and is also home to the New York State Center for Equine Business Management.
Situated on 243 acres of rolling hills ...
... a few miles from the main campus – the Equine Education Center houses an expansive 100’ x 300’ heated indoor riding arena and two outdoor riding arenas that complement our established western, dressage, reining, driving and hunter-seat riding programs. Riders from Cazenovia College have won numerous national championships, including the Cacchione Cup and other IHSA and IDA national titles.
For more information, visit:
www.cazenovia.edu/equine
Cazenovia students have represented the United States and the College at the International Student Riders Nation’s Cup in Belgium and Italy, competing in both dressage and show jumping.
mycazexperience “The academic programs at Caz stood out … allowing me to blend my hunter seat background with a focus on business.” - Jessica Berman ’16 Equine Business Management
FEEL AT HOME AT CAZ The College is situated in the Village of Cazenovia where you’ll find the security of small-town living combined with many social, cultural and recreational activities.
Nearby Cazenovia Lake is an essential part of the student experience at Cazenovia. Whether it is used for academic, athletic, or social purposes, Cazenovia Lake remains a special place for students and alumni of all ages.
Cazenovia College is located in Madison County’s historic lakeside Village of Cazenovia, along U.S. Route 20 – a scenic byway commonly referred to as America’s Main Street. In Cazenovia, a variety of restaurants and stores ‑‑‑ all within walking distance of the campus –‑ offer casual and fine dining, as well as coffee, pizza, subs, and other goods and services necessary to college students.
The close proximity to Syracuse, NY, just a 30-minute drive from Cazenovia, makes transportation from Hancock International Airport and the Regional Transportation Center (train and bus stations) easy. Beyond Syracuse is the Finger Lakes Region; the foothills of the Adirondacks rise just an hour north of Cazenovia; and to the south the rolling hills of Central New York’s farm country are home to several ski areas.
FINANCIAL AID Both need-based aid and academic scholarships are available Easy application: only the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required
99%
of students receive financial aid
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Academic scholarships range in value from
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Cazenovia College is a member of the Common Application Group so you can submit your admissions application online at
www.commonapp.org
Invest in your future. Generous financial aid makes attending Cazenovia College an affordable choice for students and their families. Admission and financial aid applications should be filed as soon as possible in your senior year. Cazenovia has a rolling admission policy with priority given to applications received before March 1. Call the Admissions Office at 1.800.654.3210 for additional information and to speak with one of our counselors.
Our Admissions staff is eager to assist you and your family with your college decision.
SCHEDULE A VISIT IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY Take a guided tour Talk to a professor and/or coach Experience our dining hall Meet with an Admissions/Financial Aid Counselor Observe a Class www.cazenovia.edu/visit-caz
COME & VISIT Office of Admissions Constable Hall 3 Sullivan Street Cazenovia, NY 13035 1.800.654.3210 fax: 315.655.4860 email: admissions@cazenovia.edu phone:
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